The State of Minnesota recognizes aquaculture (privately raising fish or other aquatic life) as agriculture. We consider farmed fish to be a type of livestock. If you currently raise fish or are interested in raising and selling fish, shrimp, shellfish, or other aquatic life, this page will guide you to information and resources that might be helpful.

Designing aquaculture systems and raising fish

Grants and loans

The MDA offers Value-Added Grants, Sustainable Agriculture Demonstration Grants, Beginning Farm Loans, Farm Opportunity Loans, Livestock Equipment and Expansion Loans, and other kinds of financial support.

  • MDA Grants, 651-201-6500
  • MDA Loans, 651-201-6004

Marketing fish and fish products

Licenses, permits and rules

Farmed trout